Investigation into attack on dy CMs vehicle on: Lakhisarai SP
Back NDA, Maurya urges Bihar voters
Tea-sellers goat-cart ride steals show at PMs Bhagalpur rally
GA to secure majority and form govt in state: Rahul
Rahul Gandhi accuses NDA of reducing Bihars people to labourers, vows revival under Mahagathbandhan
PATNA: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday accused the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government of urning the people of Bihar into labourers over the past 20 years. Addressing a public rally in Bhagalpur, the Congress MP appealed to people to support the Mahagathbandhan to enable it to form the next government in Bihar for the states rapid development. If you want industries to be set up, quality education, and good governance, then vote for Mahagathbandhan, he told the gathering. Gandhi also renewed his allegations of voter fraud in the Haryana Assembly elections, stating that Haryana has 20 million electors, but there are over 2.5 million fake voters in the states voter list. He claimed that members of the BJP live in Uttar Pradesh and vote in both Uttar Pradesh and Haryana . Gandhi alleged that the name of a Brazilian woman appeared 22 times in Haryanas voter list. In Haryana, one household has 500 voters, and another has 60. When we inquired, no one lived in the houses, he said, adding that the Congress had provided proof of how votes were stolen in Haryana. He accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and the Election Commission of conspiring to manipulate votes in Haryana, as well as vote theft in the Lok Sabha, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh elections. He also criticised the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, accusing it of removing Mahagathbandhan supporters names and withholding voter lists until the last minute. Rahul said that the Prime Minister often talked about reducing data prices so that youth can make reels and earn money. But the money spent on data goes to big companies. This is an attempt to distract the youth so that they dont demand jobs, he told the crowd. He later interacted with the weavers of Bhagalpur, known as the Silk City of Bihar. Rahul was in Bhagalpur to address a rally in support of Mahagathbandhan candidates. Congress sitting MLA Ajeet Sharma, who is seeking re-election from the seat, was also present. On eve of Bihar polls, Rahul Gandhi drops 'H files', alleges theft of over 25 lakh votes in Haryana elections
Turnout bump: on the Bihar Assembly elections, first phase
Voter awareness clearly surged following the SIR controversy
Higher voter turnout in first phase leaves experts divided
Kharge slams Modi & CM for false promises
Dynasty, defections, divides shapeKahalgaons multi-cornered fight
Four policemen injured in Bhojpur attack
Literary giant Renus village trapped in poverty & apathy
The ancestral village of renowned Hindi writer Phanishwar Nath Renu, Aurahi-Hingna, lies in neglect despite its literary significance. Villagers struggle for basic amenities, with unfulfilled promises from politicians, including Renu's own son who served as MLA. A state-built memorial remains unused, highlighting the ongoing neglect.
Several unrecognised political parties fail to disclose financial reports for 2023-24: ADR
A significant number of Bihar's unrecognised political parties failed to disclose financial details for fiscal year 2023-24, according to ADR. Out of 275 parties analyzed, 163 (59.27%) have not published audit reports or donation statements. Only 67 parties made both reports available, collectively reporting over Rs 85 crore in income.
Couple found dead at house in Bhojpur district
Microfinance staff shot at, robbed of Rs10 lakh in Patna
Congress alleges Rs 62,000-crore scam in power project handover to Adani in Bihar
Congress leader Pawan Khera has alleged a massive scam of nearly Rs 62,000 crore concerning a power project in Bhagalpur. He claims the Union government altered policies to benefit Adani Power Ltd. The project, initially planned as solar, was converted to thermal.
Amit Shah celebrates 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, emphasising national unity and Swadeshi
Union home minister Amit Shah stated that 'Vande Mataram' signifies India as a united idea, not just land. He urged citizens to adopt Swadeshi and announced a social media campaign to strengthen national unity. Shah highlighted the song's historical significance, inspiring revolutionaries and becoming a unifying force for the nation.
Across Buxar, government schools and the Government Engineering College participated in a grand collective singing of Vande Mataram to mark 150 years of the National Song. The event, organized by the ministry of culture and department of art, culture and youth, aimed to instill patriotism and commitment to national unity among students.
Shah pledges new era of industrialisation in state
Yogi urges voters to back NDA for golden era
BJP deploys 30 helicopters to counter 37-year-old: Tejashwi
RJD candidate booked for 'threatening' security personnel during polling in Bihar
The RJD leader was accused of misbehaving with a security personnel when he was assisting an elderly woman to find her polling booth on Thursday
Entire world witnessed Pakistans collapse in Op Sindoor: PM
Says Modi track record is in front of everyone, I do what I say Aurangabad (Bihar), Nov 7: Asserting that everyone has seen Pakistan getting destroyed in Operation Sindoor Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, on Friday said that every promise made by his government has been kept. Addressing a public rally in [] The post Entire world witnessed Pakistans collapse in Op Sindoor: PM appeared first on Northlines .
Modi-Nitish track record is of keeping promises: PM Modi
Modi addressed two rallies in Bihar on Friday - in Aurangabad and Bhabua - where he claimed that the high voting percentage in Bihar in the first phase has ruffled the Mahagatbandhan, underlining that this is an indicator of people's faith in the governance track record of Narendra-Nitish dispensations.
Its NDAs good governance vs INDIA blocs jungle raj in Bihar: Yogi
PM Modi: Bihar Showed Trust In Turnout
Dismissing the Oppositions allegations regarding the Election Commissions voter revision exercise, Modi praised the poll panel for successfully conducting elections across 121 constituencies on Thursday.
Rahul Gandhi repeats 'vote theft' charge, says ECI still silent
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday repeated his allegation of vote theft during his campaign in Bihar, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and the Election Commission of colluding to steal elections.
Bihar Assembly Elections: All eyes on 'Jeevika didis' as Bihar breaks voter turnout record
These empowered women, numbering more than 1.4 crore, make up for about 40% of the state's about 3.5 crore women voters. That is a significant improvement from just a few years ago when women's economic participation was much lower.
Bihar Elections: Nitish Kumar to be CM again; Prashant Kishor may draw blank, says Rajnath Singh
Senior BJP leader and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said the NDA is poised to win over 160 seats in the upcoming Bihar Assembly election, asserting that Nitish Kumar will naturally return as chief minister since the alliance is contesting under his leadership.
Nitish Kumar congratulates voters for record turnout of 65% in first phase of Bihar polls
Bihar Chief Minister appeals to the people of Bihar to vote with the same enthusiasm in the second phase on November 11, so that Bihar progresses further
Bihar Needs To Take Next Growth Step: Author, Investor Ruchir Sharma To NDTV
The first phase of voting is done in Bihar and, with just days to go for the second phase and the results, NDTV spoke to Ruchir Sharma about what the state needs to do to be on the fast track for growth.
Bihar assembly election Phase 1: No repoll recommended, says ECI
The Election Commission has announced that no repoll is required for the 121 Bihar Assembly seats that voted on November 6. Scrutiny of documents revealed no discrepancies or malpractices across the over 45,000 polling stations. This phase saw a record voter turnout of nearly 65 percent.
ET Exclusive | People of Bihar have decided to counter any tactics used against them: Tejashwi Yadav
In an exclusive interview with ET, Tejashwi Yadav, RJD leader, expresses confidence in the Mahagathbandhans performance in Bihar polls, asserting strong public support and anti-incumbency against the NDA. He defends his job and welfare promises, calls BJP-JDU rule corruption raj, rejects dynasty politics, and emphasises youth empowerment, transparency, and economic transformation as key campaign pillars.
Tejashwis favourite CM Stalin, whose party compares Biharis with beedis: Amit Shah
The Union Home Minister also alleged that CM Stalins party, DMK, insults Sanatan Dharma and opposes creation of Ram Temple
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued consolidated instructions on the post-poll scrutiny of Form 17A (Register of Voters) and other poll-day documents to strengthen transparency and detect even subtle malpractices at polling stations and recommend for repolls if required.
From Bihar Polls To Op Sindoor And LAC: Full Text Of Exclusive Rajnath Singh Interview
The minister addressed issues ranging from the political temperature in Bihar to Indias relations with Pakistan, China, and the US, as well as key defence reforms
Phase 1 of Bihar assembly election: No repoll recommended, says EC
New Delhi: The Election Commission on Friday said no repoll has been recommended for the over 45,000 polling stations in 121 seats that went to polls in the first phase of the Bihar Assembly election on November 6. The poll authority said scrutiny of documents took place in all 121 assembly constituencies in the presence Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Amid stiff opposition from TMC, SIR begins in West Bengal, 2.7 crore forms distributed
After Bihar, the Election Commission of India (ECI) launched the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal. The state assembly elections will be held in 2026.
Bihars historic voter turnout triggers contrary claims of victory by parties
Bihars record voter turnout sparks competing claims of victory from political parties amid calls for change and incumbency support.
After a Brazilian model's pictures made rounds on social media after Congress MP and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi's 'vote chori' claims, an Indian woman has garnered spotlight amid the ongoing row. Let's discuss details.
Bihar polls: PM Modi lauds record voting in 1st phase; says evidence of trust in
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the record voter turnout in the first phase of the Bihar assembly elections, calling it proof of peoples faith in the NDAs double-engine government. Addressing a rally in Aurangabad, PM Modi highlighted Bihars freedom from Red Terror
PM Modis Seemanchal pitch sets BJPs agenda: Will infiltrators shape Phase 2 of Bihar polls?
As Bihar's election enters its second phase, the BJP is shifting its campaign focus to infiltration, with Prime Minister Modi highlighting the issue in border regions. He accused the opposition of shielding infiltrators for votes, framing it as a national security challenge. This narrative aims to counter traditional opposition strongholds in Seemanchal, emphasizing identity and security over development.
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Amit Shah On Bihar Polls: 'We'll Win Over 160 Seats, Voters Want Infiltrator-Free State'
The minister insisted that voter-list corrections will continue and argued that those whose names are removed are not Indian citizens
Bihar: Over 59 pc unrecognised parties fail to disclose finances
New Delhi: More than half of the registered unrecognised political parties associated with Bihar have failed to make their mandatory financial disclosures public for 2023-24, according to poll rights body the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). According to an ADR report, the NGO has reviewed 275 such parties 184 registered in Bihar and 91 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
LJP (RV) MP Shambhavi Chaudhary lands in controversy after a video shows her displaying inked fingers on both hands post-voting in Bihar Elections 2025 Phase 1. Netizens question did she vote twice?
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Pune woman accused of vote chori in Bihar
Bihar: A Pune womans actions during the first phase of the Bihar elections sparked significant controversy, after many accused her of vote chori after she was found to have previously voted in Pune. This came after the severe allegations Rahul Gandhi made in his press conference, where he stated that a photograph of a Brazilian Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Tejashwi Yadav says Prashant Kishors Jan Suraaj will have no impact on Bihar polls
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Friday said that poll strategist Prashant Kishor, whose party Jan Suraaj made its electoral debut in the first phase of Bihar Assembly elections on Thursday, would have no impact on the outcome. In an interview with NDTV , Yadav dismissed speculation that Kishors party could split votes from the RJD. This question about which party will damage us or who can help us the RJD has been pushed into this narrative. Some will claim that in the last election Chirag Paswan helped us or speculate Kishor will steal votes from us in this election but we have nothing to do with this, he said. Yadav added, I have only belief that we are going to form the government and Bihar will change. He also referenced past tensions in the BJP-JDU alliance, noting that in the previous election, Chirag Paswans Lok Janshakti Party contested independently, which affected the BJP-JDU vote share. Paswans solo run took away nearly 5.7 per cent votes from the BJP-led alliance at the same time, the opposition Mahagathbandhan, led by the RJD, picked up nearly nine per cent more than it got in 2015, Yadav said, according to NDTV . Tejashwis favourite CM is Stalin, whose party compares Biharis with bidis: Amit Shah Many observers have drawn parallels between Kishors Jan Suraaj and Paswans earlier role, with speculation that the new party could act as a third front and influence the vote, particularly among young and educated voters. However, Yadav dismissed the idea that Kishor could be a game-changer. He also ruled out any significant role for Asaduddin Owaisis All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen in the election, indicating that the contest will primarily be between the ruling NDA, led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumars JD(U) and the BJP, and the opposition Mahagathbandhan, fronted by the RJD and Congress. The first phase of polling covered 121 of Bihars 243 Assembly seats, recording a voter turnout of 64.66 per cent, the highest in the states history. Yadav said that this high participation is a positive sign. I have positive feedback from everywhere. People want change They want a Bihar free from corruption; they want Bihar to be a hub of IT, textiles, food processing, agro-based industry, Yadav said, according to the NDTV interview. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the record voter turnout in the first phase of the Bihar Assembly elections showed that people had reposed their faith in the track record of Narendra and Nitish. Addressing a rally in Aurangabad district, Modi predicted a clear victory for the NDA, led in Bihar by Chief Minister and JD(U) president Nitish Kumar, and lauded the Election Commission for conducting peaceful polls across 121 constituencies. BJP leaders, who cast votes in Delhi, also voted in first phase of Bihar polls: Rahul Gandhi
Over Half Of Bihar's Unrecognised Parties Did Not Disclose Finances: Report
More than half of the registered unrecognised political parties associated with Bihar have failed to make their mandatory financial disclosures public for 2023-24, according to poll rights body the Association for Democratic Reforms.
Tejashwis favourite CM is Stalin, whose party compares Biharis with bidis: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday criticised RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav for calling Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin his favourite CM, alleging that the DMK had previously insulted Biharis by comparing them to bidis. Someone asked Lalus son who his favourite CM is. He said Stalin, do you know who he is? His party compares Biharis with bidis. His party insults Biharis and disgraces them. Tejashwis favourite is this CM, Shah claimed at a rally in Bhagalpur. He also accused the DMK of opposing the construction of the Ram Temple and insulting Sanatan Dharma. The remarks come after Stalin last week criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his alleged comments that DMK leaders harassed workers from Bihar, asking the PM to avoid cheap politics targeting Tamils ahead of elections. Shah also targeted the broader opposition, saying the RJD-Congress combine had no development agenda for Bihar. Lalu-Rahul-Rabri have not done anything for the poor, except patronising infiltrators who are taking away jobs, foodgrain, and other resources, he said. He described the Mahagathbandhan as a thagbandhan, lacking both policy direction and unity. Tejashwi Yadav says Prashant Kishors Jan Suraaj will have no impact on Bihar polls Addressing security concerns, Shah alleged that Maoists reigned supreme in Bihars Gaya, Aurangabad, Jamui, and other districts during Lalu Prasads tenure as Chief Minister and credited the current government with eliminating Naxalism. If you want to prevent jungle raj, vote for the NDA, he said. In this Naxal-affected area, around 150 Naxals had hijacked the Dhanbad-Patna Express, killing three people. The area was completely under Naxal control. But now, thanks to PM Modis efforts, it is Naxal-free. Earlier, voting used to end by 3 PM; now, people can vote till 5 PM, Shah said. He also took a dig at Lalu Prasad Yadav, claiming that if the Mahagathbandhan comes to power, it would create a new department called Apaharan (kidnapping). He also criticised the Congress leadership, alleging that former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Congress president Sonia Gandhi did not have the courage to respond to repeated terror attacks during the UPA regime. Shah further promised a series of development initiatives in Bihar if the NDA retains power. Speaking at rallies in Jamui and Bihpur, he announced plans for an electric vehicle manufacturing cluster, a defence corridor, world-class expressways, new highways, medical and engineering colleges, and an investment of Rs 20,000 crore in pisciculture. He also reiterated support for the construction of a grand temple dedicated to Goddess Sita in Bihar. On the political front, Shah warned voters about potential law-and-order issues under an RJD government. No one can prevent riots in Bhagalpur if the RJD wins the Bihar polls. You have to decide whether you want the kidnapping industry in Diara or the development of tourism, he said. BJP leaders, who cast votes in Delhi, also voted in first phase of Bihar polls: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Claims BJP Leaders Voted Both in Delhi, First Phase of Bihar Polls
Gandhi, addressing an election rally in Banka, also asserted that the Congress produced evidence of vote chori (vote theft) in the Haryana polls, and the Election Commission cannot deny the charges.
Amit Shah: Tejashwis favourite CM Stalin heads party that compares Biharis with bidis
Amit Shah claimed Tejashwi Yadavs favourite CM, Tamil Nadus MK Stalin, belongs to a party that insults Biharis and opposes Sanatan Dharma
'BJP Leaders Voted In Bihar, Delhi': Rahul Gandhi's 'Vote Chori' Charge At Banka Rally
Rahul Gandhi said some BJP leaders cast their vote in Bihar, months after voting in Delhi. He also repeated his Haryana vote theft allegations against the BJP.
High turnout in Bihar proof of people trust in track record of Narendra Modi, Nitish Kumar: PM
AURANGABAD (BIHAR): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asserted that the record turnout in first phase of Bihar assembly polls was proof that people have reposed their trust in the track record of Narendra and Nitish. Modi made the prediction of the victory of the NDA, led in Bihar by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, the []
Women Want Their Sons Back, They Voted Against Migration: Tejashwi Yadav To NDTV
The women in Bihar want their children to return from other states, asserted RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, the chief ministerial candidate of Mahagathbandhan, claiming that they have voted in the first phase to get rid of migration and crime.
Bihar Election 2025: First-time voters, women or migrants behind record turnout?
Bihar Election 2025 records 64.66% turnout as women, first-time voters and migrants drive high participation, signaling a strong demand for change.
NDA govt failed to deliver on its promises, INDIA bloc will, claims Mallikarjun Kharge
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge alleged the BJP has failed to keep its promises in Bihar, citing unfulfilled pledges for farmers and housing. He accused Prime Minister Modi of lying and claimed the BJP is the eal thief. Kharge contrasted Nehru's contributions with the BJP's reliance on the RSS, asserting the INDIA bloc will fulfill its manifesto pledges.
High turnout in Bihar proof of peoples trust in track record of Narendra Modi, Nitish Kumar: PM Modi
The people have voted to ensure that an NDA government, which would guarantee good governance, remains in place in Bihar, says PM Modi
'Won't Let Jungle Raj Return': Amit Shah Says RJD, Congress Wiped Out In Bihar Phase 1 Election
Home Minister Amit Shah declared that the RJD-Congress duo had been wiped out in the first phase of Bihar polls, a clear indication that people won't allow jungle raj to return.
Over 59% of unrecognised political parties linked to Bihar failed to disclose finances: ADR
A significant number of Bihar's unrecognised political parties have failed to disclose their finances for 2023-24, according to ADR. Over half of these parties, including many that contested the 2020 polls, have not submitted crucial audit and donation reports. This lack of transparency raises concerns about financial accountability within these entities.
59% of Bihar-linked unrecognised parties fail to file audit reports, says ADR
Several Bihar-registered parties showed minimal or no electoral activity, despite declaring incomes and donations running into crores.
People Of Bihar Going To Bless BJP-Led NDA: PM Modi On 64.66% Voter Turnout
PM Narendra Modi commended the people of Bihar for their record turnout in the first phase of voting on November 6, highlighting it as evidence of their growing confidence and trust in the double-engine government of NDA at the Centre and the state.
Adani Power quoted tariffs lower than Torrent, JSW to win Bihar's 2,400 MW Bhagalpur project tender
Adani Power secured Bihar's 2,400 MW Bhagalpur power project. The company offered the lowest tariff of Rs 6.075 per kWh in a competitive bidding process. This project is set to boost industrial activity and create jobs in Bihar. The state government highlighted the tariff's competitiveness. Adani's investment is expected to drive development.
BJP leaders, who cast votes in Delhi, also voted in first phase of Bihar polls: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi accused BJP leaders of voting in both Delhi and Bihar's first phase polls. He alleged vote chori in Haryana, citing fake electors, and claimed the BJP is attempting similar tactics in Bihar. Gandhi also criticized the government for diverting attention with social media reels and accused them of waiving corporate loans while neglecting farmers and laborers.
Dharmendra Pradhan Calls High Turnout in Bihar Polls Pro-Incumbency Vote
Pradhan, whom the BJP has named as its in charge for elections in the state, spoke to PTI video a day after 121 assembly segments, which went to polls in the first phase, registered a 64.69 per cent turnout, the highest in the history of the state.
People Voted For Change: Tejashwi Yadav To NDTV On Record Polling In Bihar
The people of Bihar voted for change in large numbers, and that has led to the state seeing the highest ever turnout in the assembly election, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav told NDTVs Editor-in-Chief Rahul Kanwal.
Prashant Kishor Won't Have Any Impact In Bihar: Tejashwi Yadav To NDTV
Poll strategist Prashant Kishor who made his electoral debut Thursday, in the first phase of the Bihar election will have 'no impact' on its outcome, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav told NDTV.
People trust the track record of Narendra-Nitish: Modi hails record turnout in Bihar polls
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the record voter turnout in the first phase of the Bihar Assembly elections showed that people had reposed their faith in the track record of Narendra and Nitish. Addressing a rally in Aurangabad district, Modi predicted a clear victory for the NDA, led in Bihar by Chief Minister and JD(U) president Nitish Kumar, and lauded the Election Commission for conducting peaceful polls across 121 constituencies. Never before in Bihars history has the turnout been so high. Much of the credit goes to mothers and sisters who came out in large numbers, raising the turnout to nearly 65%. It is evident that they trust the track record of Narendra-Nitish, the Prime Minister said. Asserting that people voted to ensure the NDAs return to power for good governance, Modi said voters had rejected the false promises of the RJD-led opposition. Even Congress, despite being its ally, doesnt trust RJDs promises, he remarked. Taking a dig at the opposition, Modi warned against the return of jungle raj, recalling the violence and Naxal insurgency that marked past elections. The jungle raj wallahs have taught even children to speak of katta and dunaali. They stand for everything that blocks investment and jobs, he said. He also praised the Election Commission for conducting orderly polls despite attempts by jungle raj elements to create trouble. Modi credited Nitish Kumar with ending jungle raj but noted that he faced non-cooperation from the Congress-led UPA during his first nine years as Chief Minister. Reiterating his commitment to promises made, the PM cited the Ram temple in Ayodhya, the abrogation of Article 370, and Operation Sindoor as examples. I do what I promise. You saw what happened to the perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack in Operation Sindoor, he said. Speaking in a region known for its large number of soldiers, Modi highlighted the one rank one pension scheme, saying Rs 1 lakh crore had been transferred to ex-servicemen. The RJD people might not even know how many zeros are in one lakh crore, he quipped. Referring to the land-for-jobs scam involving RJD chief Lalu Prasad and his family, Modi said, They promised jobs but made people give up their land. Now they are out on bail. Accusing the opposition of politics of insults, Modi said, They mocked Chhathi Maiya by calling it a drama and spoke ill of Maha Kumbh. On November 11, when the second phase of polls is held, you must punish them. He was referring to Lalu Prasads past remarks on the Maha Kumbh and Congress leader Rahul Gandhis criticism of Modis symbolic Chhath offering.
Old Clip of BJP Candidate Garlanded With Shoes Falsely Linked to Bihar Polls
The incident took place in 2018 in Madhya Pradeshs Dhamnod and is not related to Bihar.
PM Modi targets Opposition, highlights NDAs Bihar roadmap at Aurangabad rally
History Repeats Itself: Congress Faces Another Vande Mataram Dilemma Amid Bihar Polls
Sonia Gandhi had fielded Ahmed Patel to clarify that Congress respected Vande Mataram, but also maintained that no one could be forced to sing it if it hurt religious sentiments.
After Big Bihar Turnout, PK Says Mahagathbandhan May Slip To Third; He Predicted Bengal Right
Prashant Kishor said women will influence the election, but migrant workers are the real X-factor. How they mobilise friends and family will be key in shaping Bihars verdict
BJP Leaders, Who Cast Votes In Delhi, Also Voted In First Phase Of Bihar Polls: Rahul
Banka, Nov 7: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday alleged that BJP leaders, who had exercised their franchise in Delhi, also cast votes in the first phase of the Bihar assembly polls. Gandhi, addressing an election rally in Banka, also asserted that the Congress produced evidence of vote chori (vote theft) in the Haryana polls, and the Election Commission cannot deny the charges. The Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha had on Wednesday alleged that the Haryana assembly polls [] The post BJP Leaders, Who Cast Votes In Delhi, Also Voted In First Phase Of Bihar Polls: Rahul appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lalu-Rabri-Rahul have no development agenda for Bihar, alleges Amit Shah
Union Minister Amit Shah criticized the opposition's lack of a development agenda for Bihar, alleging the RJD-Congress combine only patronized infiltrators instead of helping the poor. He asserted that a mandate for five more years would make Bihar developed and flood-free, contrasting it with the alleged past rule of Maoists.
Migrants Are 'X Factor' In Bihar Assembly Elections: Prashant Kishor
Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor on Friday claimed that migrants from Bihar, who returned home for Chhath festivities and have not yet gone back to their places of work, are the X factor in the assembly polls.
Migrants are 'X factor': Prashant Kishor on record turnout in Bihar first phase polls
PATNA: Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor on Friday claimed that migrants from Bihar, who returned home for Chhath festivities and have not yet gone back to their places of work, are the X factor in the assembly polls. The former political strategist, whose fledgling party is said to have caught the imagination of pravasis, according to various surveys and opinion polls, made the claim a day after the first phase of voting registered a record 64.66 per cent turnout. The highest voter turnout since Independence confirms what we have always been saying - there is a very strong yearning for change in Bihar where the people have been caught in a political rut for about 30 years, said Kishor. He claimed that the people now had a glimmer of hope with his one-year-old party emerging as an alternative that was viable. Berating the NDA, which has been in power since 2005, the Jan Suraaj Party founder said, These people had thought that they can win by offering some doles to women. Yes, women turned up in large numbers, but it is the migrants who are the X factor in this election. Having returned home for the festivities, they have stayed back and are encouraging their family members to go out and vote. Their impact is something to watch out for, he asserted.
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Supreme Court to hear pleas challenging ECs pan-India electoral roll revision on November 11
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear on 11 November a batch of pleas challenging the Election Commissions decision to conduct a pan-India Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. A bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi said it would begin hearing the pleas from 11 November, after advocate Prashant Bhushan, appearing for the NGO Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), argued that the issue goes to the root of democracy. The bench observed that although several important matters are listed from 11 November onwards, it would try to adjust the schedule to accommodate the hearing of the SIR-related petitions. Bhushan said the urgency arises as the SIR exercise has already commenced in several states. The top court is already hearing petitions challenging the validity of the Election Commissions decision to conduct the SIR exercise in Bihar. On 16 October, the poll panel described the Bihar SIR as accurate and told the apex court that petitioner political parties and NGOs were merely making false allegations to discredit the exercise. The Election Commission further informed the court that not a single appeal had been filed by any voter against name deletions since the publication of the final electoral roll. It denied allegations made by the petitioners that there had been a disproportionate exclusion of Muslims from the final electoral roll of the state, prepared after the months-long SIR process. On 30 September, while publishing the final electoral list for poll-bound Bihar, the Election Commission said the total number of electors had decreased by nearly 47 lakh, from 7.89 crore before the SIR to 7.42 crore in the final roll. However, the final figure reflected an increase of 17.87 lakh from the 7.24 crore electors listed in the draft roll issued on 1 August, which had removed 65 lakh names on various grounds including deaths, migration, and duplication. In the updated list, 21.53 lakh new voters were added while 3.66 lakh names were removed, resulting in a net increase of 17.87 lakh. The first phase of elections in Bihar, covering 121 of the 243 assembly constituencies, concluded on Thursday. The remaining 122 constituencies will go to the polls on 11 November, with counting scheduled for 14 November.
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KESARIA: Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday asserted NDA's commitment to make India bharashtachar mukt (corruption free). One day this country will be corruption free, and the NDA is committed to making it, Singh declared, adding that Bihar, like other states, has moved forward in the fight against corruption. Addressing an election rally in favour of JDU candidate Shalini Mishra, whose constituency goes to the polls on 11 November, Singh landed with a call to make an enlightened Bihar a more empowered Bihar, one that embodies every aspect of development needed for a state to be Viksit (developed). Calling incumbent Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who is leading the NDA in Bihar, one of Indias cleanest and most corruption-free politicians, Singh, said, No one can level even a word of corruption against Nitish Kumar. Taking an indirect swipe at RJD chief Lalu Prasad notably avoiding any mention of Tejashwi Yadav, who is challenging the NDA as the Mahagathbandhans chief ministerial face the Defence Minister said that a politician should not speak too much if he is accused of corruption. Quoting LK Advani, Singh recalled that Advani had resigned after an unfounded allegation was levelled against him in the past. He emphasised that a politician should resign after an allegation of corruption is made, or at least until he or she is proven innocent of the charges. A politician should do whatever is promised by him. There should be a moral and dharma, Singh asserted while seeking votes for JDU candidate Shalini Mishra.
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Migrant workers X factor this elections: Prashant Kishor on Bihar's phase 1 historic voter turnout
The migrant workers, who have stayed back after Chhath have made their people vote in big numbers too, that has surprised everyone. People who were sitting here giving Rs 10,000 to women. In this election women are definitely included, but the migrant workers have become the X factor. They are having their friends, family vote, Kishor told reporters here.
Rahul Gandhi alleges vote theft, names CEC and two commissioners as culprits
Gandhi also alleged that many BJP leaders and workers who voted in elections in other states are also voting in Bihar. He said those who were given the responsibility to protect the right to vote have become partners in stealing people`s future
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Stakes are high for both the ruling NDA and the opposition INDIA bloc, with several key leaders, including RJD`s Tejashwi Yadav, Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary, and Vijay Kumar Sinha, and several ministers, in the fray
